Shohei Ohtani welcomes second child, a boy, and talks about double the parenting challenge

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher‑and‑hitter Shohei Ohtani discussed his growing family after a June 25 game in Minnesota, where he threw six innings, struck out eight batters and helped the Dodgers beat the Twins 4‑3. In the post‑game interview he revealed that his second child is a boy and said, “caring for two children is more than twice as hard as caring for one.” Ohtani noted the difficulty of balancing a demanding road‑trip schedule with family life, adding that he wants to enjoy time with his wife and children while continuing to fulfill his contract. He also said he will let his children decide their own futures, including whether they pursue baseball, and laughed off a high‑school “goal‑sheet” that once listed his personal ambitions.

The comments highlight the personal side of a prominent MLB star as he prepares for the upcoming away stretch with the Dodgers.